Portlock Primary serves 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Attendance Zone: Portlock Primary serves the northern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portlock Primary's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Portlock Primary is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
42%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
14%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Portlock Primary often compared to?
Portlock Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Rena B. Wright Primary, George W. Carver Intermediate by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Portlock Primary?
518 students attend Portlock Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Portlock Primary students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portlock Primary?
Portlock Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Portlock Primary offer ?
Portlock Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portlock Primary part of?
Portlock Primary is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Portlock Primary located?
Portlock Primary is located in the South Norfolk neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in South Norfolk.
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